Uljanik Shipyard Besa (1964) • Sailboat • 55 ft • 10 pers • Hvar
Listed by
Venci
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Responds in ~2h
Uljanik Shipyard Besa (1964) • Sailboat • 55 ft • 10 pers • Hvar
Pro
Listed by
Venci
-
Responds in ~2h
10 pers.
3 cabins
55 ft (16,8 m)
1964
With skipper
About Sail with the Legend
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Sail with the Legend on a voyage where history meets the Adriatic soul. Besa is not just a sailing boat—she is a storyteller,
The first Croatian boat that sailed around the world. Croatian writer and sailor Joža Horvat together with 3 other crew members accomplished that voyage from 1965 to 1967. Boat s log was published in several languages and became one of the best Croatian travel logs, while sailboat Besa became the most famous boat of Croatian literature. She offers travelers a chance to step aboard a piece of living history, moving beyond simple sailing to explore the relationship between the people of Dalmatia and the sea. Unlike many historic vessels relegated to museums, Besa continues to sail, preserving the intangible heritage of traditional sailing techniques and maritime storytelling.
Boat is available for daily sailing tours,
SUP,kayak, snorkeling gear,
Traditional dalmatian finger food, local white wine and water included.
Sail with the Legend on a voyage where history meets the Adriatic soul. Besa is not just a sailing boat—she is a storyteller,
The first Croatian boat that sailed around the world. Croatian writer and sailor Joža Horvat together with 3 other crew members accomplished that voyage from 1965 to 1967. Boat s log was published in several languages and became one of the best Croatian travel logs, while sailboat Besa became the most famous boat of Croatian literature. She offers travelers a chance to step aboard a piece of living history, moving beyond simple sailing to explore the relationship between the people of Dalmatia and the sea. Unlike many historic vessels relegated to museums, Besa continues to sail, preserving the intangible heritage of traditional sailing techniques and maritime storytelling.
Boat is available for daily sailing tours,
SUP,kayak, snorkeling gear,
Traditional dalmatian finger food, local white wine and water included.
Activities
Details
Rental conditions
Type of rental
With skipper
Indicative times of the beginning and end of the rental :
9:30 AM / 6:30 PM
Security deposit
No deposit required
Cancellation Policy
Flexible
Fuel
Included
Boat
Type of boat
Sailboat (Keel Boat)
Model
Uljanik Shipyard
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Besa
Year of construction
1964
Year of renovation
2024
Licenced capacity
10
Number of cabins
3
Number of berths
6
Number of toilets
1
Length (in ft)
55
(16,8 m)
Width (in ft)
13
(4,1 m)
Draught (in ft)
8
(2,5 m)
Power
145hp
(1 engine)
- 4 stroke
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel capacity
800 L
Fresh water tank
1000 L
Pets allowed on board
No
Location
Port
secutity equipment
Coastal
Other departure options
Hvar
Split
Equipment
Comfort
Awning
Table
Sundeck
Deck shower
Heater
Outdoor cushions
Cover
Bluetooth connection
Energy
Socket 220V
Solar panel
Windmill
Kitchen
Cooking hob
Fridge
Freezer
Sink
Leisure
Swim ladder
Snorkeling equipment
Stand up paddle
Outdoor Speakers
Canoe or Kayak
Navigation
GPS
Sounder
Dinghy
Outboard engine
VHF
Lazy bag
Lazy jack
Safety harness
Half-batten mainsail
Genoa on snap hook
Single steering wheel
Sanitary
WC
electric
(1)
Shower
Fresh water tank
(1000 L)
Bathroom
Black water tank
Extras
Skipper
Obligatory
From 20/05/2026 to 20/10/2026
1 day
Free
Overall rating by renters
5.0 - 2 comments
Customer reviews
Accurate listing
Boat condition
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Real reviews - Sorted from newest to oldest
Caroline
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We had a great experience with Venci, his wife Lana and their boat. We booked for a 6 hour tour around the Island of Vis. Their vintage boat is unique and well configurated for the full confort of our 7 people family. They brought us in beautiful coves where we fully enjoy the stand-up paddle, canoe and snorkeling equipments they made available for us.
Lana prepared us a great lunch. Everything was perfect and it is one of our best memories in Croatia. Thank you so much, Venci and Lana for your warm welcome and your kindness !
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Venci
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Thank you Caroline, so nice to hear that again from you. It was a real pleasure and privilege to meet you all and to sail with you.
Hope to see you again and hope that next time we'll have calmer seas. Greetings to all and wish you all the best!
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Georgia
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Fantastic boat trip!!! Venci was a brilliant host. The boat was beautiful. Would highly recommend.
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About the owner, Venci
Venci
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Time of response : within 2 hours
Spoken languages: English, Croatian
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